Many are still celebrating Barack Obama’s ascension as the first black US president while others are more impressed that he’s the first one to be half-white. In this regard he compares favourably with George W. Bush who was half-barking, Bill Clinton who was half-married and Hillary Clinton who was half-president.

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The US, UK and Australia have adopted the Zimbabwean economic strategy of printing money. Zimbabwe’s Finance Minister is currently conferring to see whether the four countries could combine their print orders. He believes the potential cost savings could kickstart his country’s economy.

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In an intriguing policy shift the NSW Labor Government is rumoured to become the first Australian state administration to appoint a foreign minister. Apparently they can’t find any decent ones in Australia.

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The Chinese Government has lately been lecturing the US on how to run its economy. Expect a response from the Obama Government lecturing the Chinese on how to run a socialist state.

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Other members of the G20 Summit reacted positively to the news that Kevin Rudd is attending. In these tough economic times China is the only G20 member with spare cash and Kevin’s linguistic skills will be critical in persuading them to shout lunch. And he is very proficient at ordering Chinese takeaway.
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The South Pacific environmental movement reports an exciting climate change breakthrough. New regulations banning firewalking rituals on coal fires have had a significant effect in reducing carbon footprints.

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The Taliban are already planning for projected discussions with the US. As a gesture of reconciliation they intend to invite the US cricket team to tour Pakistan.

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